Today I had an interview with a white ECD dude. Honestly, I was afraid about how it would go. But I was surprised how nice, down to earth and really cool he was. Normal, in fact. Why do I have to be surprised ? It’s a shame white dudes in advertising have built such an awful reputation for many years.

Someone I’ve started seeing uses they/them pronouns. I’m trying my best but still feel like I make mistakes. When I want to address them is it ok to say how are you or should I say how are they?

I have a crush on my counsellor at work. She's much older but still really gracious and beautiful. Should I go for it or is this a bad idea?

I’m trying to transfer departments at my company and I talked to the MD of the department i wanna transfer to, and told him working remotely is a requirement to me, and he said he’s not sure if that’s possible, and that would depend on HR and the hiring manager. He still forwarded my resume to HR and I got an interview. How should I negotiate to make the role fully remote?

Hello Everyone, I had an interview on Friday and the interview went well. Now I'm waiting for response but I've not received any updates yet. Can I contact the HR person who had organised the interview for the update on the same?? Please guide.

Thanks in advance

How do you tell your boss you're quitting without burning bridges? Please note we're in busy season for the engagements I've been staffed on, which is what makes me nervous and guilty. TIA

Mid-level when she's leading the call: please make sure you take notes. It's expected of the person not leading a call (note I always take notes)

Me(jr): asked to lead a call for a different deal as training. Mid-level doesn't take notes (also on call) and tells me it's the job if the junior to take notes.

Have a really good relationship with current company, but got an amazing offer and very likely gonna leave (signed the offer, waiting for all the background checks to come back). How do you tell your boss you are leaving the company (if boss is not a dick lol) and not ruin relationship?

I am so sick and fed up with some of the older clients at my job. I know it's my responsibility to take care of them, but they're just so sexist sometimes.

Typical days on a difficult project with a difficult partner

Hi there, I'm a self taught software engineer with almost 3 years of professional experience and have 3 companies (full-time) in my resume.

I'm thinking of moving forward now. So, could you please tell me what the job market would look like for me? And what things to consider while applying?

Thanks!

I need some advice. I have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Healthcare Administration with 20 plus years working in different Healthcare roles. I am working as a PBM Claim Specialist. What other positions can I apply for that is fully remote and better pay? Side note I am thinking of applying to nursing school sometime later down the line. Any advice will be greatly appreciated .

Hi everyone! I’m hoping to get some career help for my partner. She is looking for a remote work job as a senior marketing associate or marketing associate manager position and has about 3 years experience in B2B and running campaigns at Caterpillar. Have any advice for getting her an interview? She’s quite capable, just needs a chance to demonstrate that. Will happily share resume/cover letter if needed. She’s looking for $110k-$120k TC. Thanks in advance to anyone who can help!

What's a guilty pleasure you indulge in at work?

Went back home to renew my visa. The interview was good, but been waiting for more than 5 biz days for my passport. Who should I contact this time? Should I be worry that it got lost?

Any MSFT Customer Success Account Managers can give insights into the role and how interviews would be run for it?

Anyone interviewed for a product specialist/product operations role at FAANG recently? Would have some questions on the interview process

I have Product Manager interviews starting next week at Google. Does anyone have tips they’d be willing to share? I interview well, I’ve done some prep, and I know the field, but I still have a bit of imposter syndrome and overall nervousness nipping at my edges.

Looking for advice on prioritizing money over career growth. I am 29 on a big team making $120K. The day-to-day is cool, but I don’t see much career growth. I have interviewed for other jobs but can’t find anything that pays as well. Should I just stay where I am for the money?

Hii Fishes,

Anybody know that after giving interview in Dell. In how many days i will get the feedback?

I need everyone’s help😭 Money aside, how did you finalize which idea to pursue? I’m struggling to narrow it down from 4. Focusing is not an issue for me once I’m locked in, but I’m struggling to get there because I haven’t finalized which idea to focus on. Open to any recommendations please (books, personal stories, etc).

How is the SAP practice at Bosch limited ?

6 months pregnant and just laid off. And 40% of my severance was just taken in taxes .. I just spoke with paid family leave and I no longer qualify even though I had been paying into the program (thanks NY).. I already applied for unemployment but doctors are telling me I’ve got 10-14 weeks left in this pregnancy.. so stressed having twins and being unemployed, no maternity leave, no paychecks coming in, and I’ve been applying but not a single interview.. just ugh. 😭

Can anyone suggest good skin tone watercolor markers? I have an autistic student who does great caricatures but we often struggle with the skin tones. Tombow is ok but very expensive.

Hi, I joined bosch last week and didn't get any access or laptop for first week. So didn't fill the timesheet. What should i do now for the effort in first week?

Thoughts on below upcoming IPOs?
1) Clear Secure
2) Krispy Kreme

Serious question: what was biglaw like back in the 90s? Did ya'll have big cellphones and catered lunches? How is it different for associates back then versus now?

Anyone go to product from data science? Any thoughts on your transition?

Can anyone refer to tier 1 or tier 2 consulting firm? I have 6 years experience is supply chain.

Thanks

Hi All,

Is it okay to join Mastercard Project from third party payroll?

How do you deal with people who throw you under the bus because they’re the ones who are incompetent?

Who is trying to open a Binance account??? Are you trying to sell an ico you have or buy exposure to an ico?? All please respond

How hard is everyone pushing their corporate clients to authorize nonresident assignees whose only 2020 US compensation was the value of their 2019 tax preparation?
My clients are pushing back on it this year, and I can't say I blame them. If I were in their shoes, I'd rather take the risk of not filing than the expense of filing again. From my own point of view, I don't really want to spend my time on such returns, either, even if the revenue and easy return are nice.

Anyone here have an Amex high yield savings account? Was sent a promo email by them and am considering it as I have platinum but want to hear peoples experiences with it so far.

Is right now a good time to rebalance my 401k. Want to move everything out of target funds to index funds. But worried it’s not a good time

What are you currently looking for? Like the answer below so we can get an idea of what sort of relationships, entanglements, hookups, etc, people are looking for in the bowl.

How do private and charter schools compare to public schools when it comes to accepting and meeting the needs of special needs students? from what I hear, private and charter schools are not legally bound to meet the needs of special needs students.

“have fun with this brief” they say before telling you the client is pretty conservative and needs to have safer options.

i know we don’t always work on stuff we’re thrilled about but i’ve never dreaded reviews for a client before until now

I need honest opinions! How do you feel about agencies keeping a person on a Full-Time hourly Contract without any clear sight of offering a permanent Full-Time position?

Is it a reflection of your performance or the employer? What are the pros/cons of being contracted? Thanks!

Let's get to it: how many different Pokémon do you have?

I applied for Miami Ad School NYC but to be honest, I’m not overly-impressed with the books that I see on the recent grads page. Conversely, the books I’m seeing from Creative Circus grads are insanely awesome. Am I missing something here or is one school good and the other just isn’t?

How many agencies that have spent the last year talking about Black Lives Matter/equality/diversity and then don’t do a very simple thing like closing in recognition of MLK Day?

how do y’all feel about working on brands like amazon or facebook? i’m not totally against it but gives me an ick factor especially if it’s working on a campaign that’s wokewashing or greenwashing them

Where do you go to view award winning creative work? Looking for inspo but not finding much on just award sites, any other resources out there?

Want to get your opinions on the best small agencies in LA in terms of work produced (media and creative)

Am I the only one who laughs when I read “no remote” in the middle of this Delta surge?

You found your perfect creative partner. How fo you successfully get hired together?

Has this happened to anyone else recently?

Recruiter on LinkedIn: Hey we saw your work and were impressed with your ____ project. we’d love to setup some time to chat.

Me: ok great. Here’s when I’m free_______

Recruiter on LinkedIn: Sorry have to cancel the meeting, doesn’t seem like your experience matches the job we are currently offering.

This has happened 4 times in the past few months. Like you reached out to me??

Thoughts on AI copywriting software? It's so cringy to me to think people actually are trying to get rid of copywriters with AI. Those taglines, headlines, etc., that are generated are terrrriblleee.

Do you think independent agencies will be in better shape to handle COVID-related client budget reductions and/or losses?

Or does it not matter and layoffs are equal across the board?

God damn Carrie Fisher you guys

Dogs in offices are cool, but who's offering some comfy siesta benefits? 😴💤

Here’s to the introverts finally getting a chance to have a little control over how and when interactions happen with others.

How big does an agency have to be to justify a CCO title?

Best campaigns since the pandemic began?

Thank you all for existing on Fishbowl and for being such a supportive community. It’s been a difficult year, but at the end of the day, I’m glad to have people to commiserate/celebrate with ❤️🙂❤️